http://thephpblog.com Just another WordPress weblog Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:20:34 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en http://thephpblog.com/read/weve-got-a-sister/ Quick Recap Ok so hopefully you read this tutorial first so that you have a basic understanding of the different types of array and what we can store in them. Built-in Array Functions Rather than mess around coding our own functions, which so many new developers do without even looking to see if ... http://thephpblog.com/read/more-advanced-arrays/ What is an array? The concept of arrays are simple. If you create a variable to store a value, it does exactly that, stores a single value. Whether it’s an integer, string or anything in between. An array is basically a variable that can hold multiple values. Arrays have many uses, ... http://thephpblog.com/read/bare-basics-arrays/ Bad Timing When you're trying to get a site off the ground like a tutorial site and your hits are steadily increasing the worst thing that could happen is an unexpected period of downtime with no explanation, especially when that downtime is about 5 days long. Recently we've experienced a lot of ... http://thephpblog.com/read/weve-moved-host-no-more-downtime/ An overview of functions Using functions in your code should be 2nd nature in medium to large scale projects. In basic terms, a function is a block of code with a name, and a majority will take parameters/arguments and return a value(s). If you've done PHP before (if you're reading this ... http://thephpblog.com/read/getting-to-grips-with-functions/ What is SQL injection? SQL injection is an extremely overlooked problem, especially with how easy it is for Joe Bloggs and John Smith to setup their own website and do with it what they wish. SQL injection is the equivalent of letting any old user manipulate your database, be it for ... http://thephpblog.com/read/the-ins-and-outs-of-sql-injection/ What can I expect here? Basically we're aiming to cover all aspects of PHP coding that the common developer will run in to, we'll also aim to teach you new techniques and styles to improve your codes efficiency, style and overall effectiveness. Stay tuned! With the launch of The PHP Blog we'll aim ... http://thephpblog.com/read/the-php-blog-is-launched/